InVision

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Country: United States (US)
Founded: 2011
Developer: InVision
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: No
Platforms: Web, macOS, Windows

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Design Tools

Overview

InVision is a web-based platform for designers to create, share, and collaborate on interactive prototypes from static designs made in tools like Sketch or Photoshop. It targets UI/UX designers and teams needing quick prototyping, feedback, and handoff without coding. Standout aspects include plugins for design tools, seamless sharing, and expansion into full design software like InVision Studio.

Key Features

Clickable Prototypes - Turn static images into interactive prototypes with links and transitions.
Boards - Organize screens and prototypes into visual workspaces for user flow tracking.
User Testing - Gather feedback from real users on prototypes.
Collaboration Tools - Enable team comments, sharing, and real-time feedback on designs.
Craft Plugins - Integrate with Sketch and Photoshop for direct syncing to prototypes.
InVision Studio - Vector-based design tool for creating interfaces and animations.
Design Handoff - Share assets and specs with developers for implementation.
Version History - Track changes and revert to previous prototype versions.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	Free	Basic prototyping, 1 project, limited collaborators.
Starter	$15/user/month	Unlimited projects, 3 boards, basic collaboration.
Professional	$25/user/month	Advanced features, user testing, more integrations.
Enterprise	Custom	Full features, SSO, dedicated support.

Platforms & Requirements

InVision primarily operates as a web application accessible via modern browsers on desktop and mobile. Desktop apps for macOS and Windows provide native prototyping and Studio access. No mobile apps for iOS or Android; requires stable internet and lacks offline functionality.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Sketch
Photoshop
Figma
Slack
Jira
Zeplin
Adobe XD
API access

Alternatives

App	Difference
Figma	Offers real-time collaborative design and prototyping in one web app, unlike InVision's focus on post-design prototyping.
Adobe XD	Integrated with Adobe ecosystem for design-to-prototype workflow, with stronger animation tools.
Sketch	Mac-only design tool with prototyping; requires InVision for advanced sharing.
Proto.io	Emphasizes advanced interactions and gestures for mobile prototypes.

Reputation

InVision is recognized for pioneering no-code prototyping and strong collaboration features, widely used by design teams since 2011. Criticisms include slower innovation compared to Figma, performance issues with large prototypes, and a shift from core prototyping to broader tools leading to feature bloat. User feedback highlights reliable sharing but notes pricing as high for basic needs.

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